2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid vs. 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Review

Picture of the 2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid

2024 Honda
CR-V Hybrid

MSRP*: $34,050 to $40,200
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan

2024 Volkswagen
Tiguan

MSRP*: $28,880 to $38,880
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MPG - City 40 - 43 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 36 MPG 29 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 76.5 ft3 65.3 - 73.4 ft3
Engine
  • 204-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 184-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 204 hp 184 hp
Towing Capacity 1,000 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 184.8 in 186.1 in
Exterior Width 73.5 in 72.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 41.0 in
Front 40.2 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.7 in
Head Room Front 38.2 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 38.2 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.7 - 39.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda CR-V Hybrid than in the Volkswagen Tiguan. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Honda CR-V Hybrid and the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda CR-V Hybrid as you will with the Volkswagen Tiguan, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Honda CR-V Hybrid is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Dimensions
The Honda CR-V Hybrid is a little wider than the Volkswagen Tiguan, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. When looking at overall length, the Honda CR-V Hybrid takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Handling
The Honda CR-V Hybrid has the same turning radius as the Volkswagen Tiguan, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volkswagen Tiguan is clearly the choice over the Honda CR-V Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. The Honda CR-V Hybrid has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Powertrain
The Honda CR-V Hybrid has much lower torque than the Volkswagen Tiguan, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Honda CR-V Hybrid and the Volkswagen Tiguan. The Honda CR-V Hybrid has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen Tiguan.